Botulism of Ostriches

A fatal intoxication of ostriches caused by ingestion of botulinum toxin, most commonly Clostridium botulinum type C toxin, characterized by progressive paralysis and death.

Clinical signs

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Bird species

1

Clinical Signs

General Systemic Signs

Weakness Specific Leg paralysis Pathognomonic Wing paralysis Pathognomonic Neck paralysis Pathognomonic Drowsiness Inability to walk Specific

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Affected species

Ostrich Primary host Susceptibility: high

Associated Microorganisms

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